Success StoryKnox County Cattleman's Association



Knox County Cattleman's Association

Author: Robert Kirby

Planning Unit: Knox County CES

Major Program: Beef

Plan of Work: New opportunities for agriculture in Knox County

Outcome: Initial Outcome

The Knox County Cattleman's Association meeting in January 2023 offered a Beef Quality Assurance Training held by the Knox County Ag Agent. In attendance, 15 of the members needed the Beef Quality Assurance Certification to further individual grant opportunities. This certification program is offered in-person through local Extension Offices and offers an online option. The certification fee is waved online however, participants who needed assistance or do not have access to technology resources came during the meeting to complete an in-person BQA training. Out of the 20 Knox County Cattleman members in attendance, 15 participated and completed the in-person training and obtained their Beef Quality Assurance Certification. 






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